About The Snowman

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About

"The Snowman" is a 2017 thriller film based on the novel of the same name by Jo Nesbø. Directed by Tomas Alfredson, the film follows Detective Harry Hole as he investigates a series of gruesome murders that are linked to a mysterious snowman. The movie combines elements of mystery, suspense, and horror, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats throughout.

The plot revolves around Detective Harry Hole, played by Michael Fassbender, who becomes involved in the case when a woman disappears on the first snowfall of winter. As Hole digs deeper into the investigation, he discovers a pattern of missing women and a snowman at each crime scene. With the help of a brilliant recruit, Katrine Bratt, played by Rebecca Ferguson, Hole must race against time to catch the serial killer before he strikes again.

Making / Production

"The Snowman" was filmed in various locations in Norway, including Oslo, Bergen, and Rjukan. The production team faced challenges due to the harsh winter conditions, as the film required scenes with heavy snowfall. To achieve this, snow machines were used, and in some cases, real snow was brought in to enhance the authenticity.

Director Tomas Alfredson aimed to capture the dark and chilling atmosphere of the novel, portraying the eerie feeling of isolation and suspense. The film's visual style and cinematography further intensify the suspenseful tone, with a stark contrast between the beautiful Norwegian landscapes and the horrifying crimes.

Actors

• Michael Fassbender as Detective Harry Hole - Fassbender delivers a compelling performance as the troubled and dedicated detective, bringing depth and complexity to the character.
• Rebecca Ferguson as Katrine Bratt - Ferguson portrays the intelligent and ambitious policewoman with conviction, adding an intriguing dynamic to the investigation.
• Charlotte Gainsbourg as Rakel Fauke - Gainsbourg captures the vulnerability and strength of Rakel, Harry's ex-girlfriend, providing a human connection amidst the chaos.
• J.K. Simmons as Arve Støp - Simmons delivers a chilling performance as the powerful businessman, adding a layer of suspense to the story.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• "The Snowman" is the seventh installment in Jo Nesbø's Detective Harry Hole book series, but the film adaptation combines elements from multiple books.
• The film received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising the performances and atmosphere, while others criticized the pacing and narrative structure.
• Initially, Martin Scorsese was attached to direct the film, but he stepped down and became an executive producer instead.

Awards

No awards were received by "The Snowman" (2017) at the time of writing.

Quotes

• "Soon the first snow will come, and then he will kill again." - Detective Harry Hole
• "We need to get ahead of this guy, if we don't, they will just keep on dying." - Detective Harry Hole
• "I gave him everything." - Rakel Fauke

Music

The compelling soundtrack for "The Snowman" was composed by Marco Beltrami. The score adds a sense of tension and mystery to the film, enhancing the overall suspense and atmosphere.

Soundtrack

• "The Snowman" - Marco Beltrami
• "Down the Harry Hole" - Marco Beltrami
• "Magnetic" - Alex Heffes
• "I Could've Done More" - Marco Beltrami
• "Main Titles" - Marco Beltrami